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In modern versions of the legend, Robin Hood is said to have taken up residence in the verdant Sherwood Forest in the county of Nottinghamshire.

For this reason the people of present-day Nottinghamshire have a special affinity with Robin Hood, often claiming him as the symbol of their county.

For example, major road signs entering the shire depict Robin Hood with his bow and arrow, welcoming people to ' Robin Hood County '.

BBC Radio Nottingham also uses the phrase ' Robin Hood County ' on its regular programmes.

The Robin Hood Way runs through Nottinghamshire and the county is home to literally thousands of other places, roads, inns and objects bearing Robin's name.